Media & Awards
Press coverage, awards & recognition
From TEDx stages to national media coverage, here's where Dan Shaikh and his work have been featured and recognized.
From TEDx stages to national media coverage, here's where Dan Shaikh and his work have been featured and recognized.
Canadian Immigrant Magazine
Canada's only national program dedicated to celebrating newcomer achievements. Recognized for "transformative work in public speaking through Speaker Slam" and "revolutionizing how Canadians approach public communication."
Reach Out Together
Honoured for contributions to mental health awareness, storytelling, and community impact in media. Recognized for using the Speaker Slam platform to break stigmas around mental health.
The Peak Magazine
Featured in the Media & Entertainment category. Celebrated as a young leader shaping Canada's economy, culture, and society through innovative media and speaker development work.
Toronto Star Readers' Choice
Reader-voted recognition for outstanding publicity services in Professional Services – Public Relations. Voted by readers of Canada's largest daily newspaper.
Dan's own journey from shy immigrant to leading visibility expert has been featured across Canadian media.
Featured segment on Dan's work with Speaker Slam and the power of inspirational speaking.
Dan shared his personal story and mission on the TEDx stage, inspiring audiences to find their authentic voice.
Coverage of Dan's work in community building and creating platforms for underrepresented voices.
Featured story on Speaker Slam's impact on the Toronto community and beyond.
Profiled for contributions to multicultural storytelling and immigrant representation.
In-depth profile on Dan's life, work, and journey from immigrant to leading figure in the speaking industry.
Featured for expertise in visibility, personal branding, and building impact-driven businesses.
Profiled as one of Canada's Top 25 Immigrants and contributor to the "Ask an Expert" column.
Through Changemaker PR and Speaker Slam, Dan has helped secure media coverage for dozens of clients on major networks.
Dan contributed a chapter to the Amazon best-seller "Our Yellow Brick Road," an anthology curated by Marjorie Aunos, Ph.D. The book brings together stories from humans who believe in the impact of storytelling, sharing journeys of transformation, resilience, and the power of finding your authentic voice.